Top defence prospect Ben Danford has a broken wrist and is considered week-to-week, Toronto Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan told reporters.
Toronto Maple Leafs top defense prospect Ben Danford is sidelined week-to-week after suffering a broken wrist. Toronto Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan confirmed the injury, which occurred when Danford blocked a pass during a Nov. 4 game against the Hamilton Hammers.
The 20-year-old defenseman has recorded four assists in 11 games while playing on the top pairing this season. Danford, selected 31st overall by Toronto in the 2024 NHL Draft, has been averaging over 25 minutes of ice time per night.
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